The origins of farming insects
A beetle bores a tree trunk to build a gallery in the wood in order to protect its lay. As it digs the tunnel, it spreads ambrosia fungal spores that will feed the larvae. When these bore another tree, the adult beetles will be the transmission vecto.....»»
Sea vegetables are the future of farming
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Organic insecticides more damaging to non-target insects than synthetic counterparts
Very low concentrations of the popular organic insecticide spinosad have profound effects on beneficial insect species, including vision loss and neurodegeneration, new research led by the University of Melbourne has found......»»
While some insects are declining, others might be thriving
Observations of abundance changes in one group of insects—for example grasshoppers—say very little about how other types of insects, such as flies, are doing, even in the same place. This is because different groups of insects may show similar tr.....»»
Joseph Gordon-Levitt talks HitRecord’s origins and future
Joseph Gordon-Levitt talks with Digital Trends about the future of his online creative service HitRecord......»»
3,400-year-old tablets suggest King Tut"s ancient dagger was not from Egypt
A combined team of researchers from Japan and Egypt has found evidence that suggests a dagger found in King Tut's tomb had origins outside of Egypt. In their paper published in the journal Meteoritics & Planetary Science, the group describes their st.....»»
Stranger Of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins Expansions Won’t Be Sold Separately
Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins will receive 3 expansions, but the won't be available to purchase separately. The post Stranger Of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origins Expansions Won’t Be Sold Separately appeared first on PlayStation Un.....»»
Research shows that millipedes use a sucking pump to ingest liquid food
Whether it involves nectar-sucking butterflies or blood-sucking mosquitoes, the ingestion of liquid food has long been known for many insects and other arthropods. A research team from Germany and Switzerland, led by the Leibniz Institute for the Ana.....»»
Temperature and reproduction link holds promise for insect control
Scientists have uncovered a set of neurons in fruit flies that shut down in cold temperatures and slow reproduction, a system conserved in many insects, including mosquitoes, which could provide a target for pest control......»»
For Insect Farming to Work, Scientists Need to Build a Better Bug
Faster-growing, fatter critters could provide the protein needed to raise more climate-friendly livestock and pets......»»
Reframing the controversial bushmeat trade: Who determines which foods are appropriate for consumption?
As debates have raged on throughout the COVID-19 pandemic—from lockdowns, to mask mandates, to vaccinations—experts have sought to pinpoint the origins of the virus. Most research has centered on Wuhan, China, where the first cases of COVID-19 we.....»»
The habitat of important wild pollinators is under threat
Honeybees are common pollinators, but wild bees, including bumble bees, and other insects such as hoverflies, beetles and butterflies, are also needed for pollination and are important in many different ways. With simple measures, we can help these i.....»»
Common plant disease found to defend its host against pests
Scientists from University of Turku observed that ergot, a common plant disease on rye, defended its host plant chemically against grass feeding insects. The ergot disease in grains spoils the yield and causes seed loss to the plant. Based on this, i.....»»
Treating wounds with insects: the strange habits of Gabon chimps
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Archerfish recognize that insects they have never seen before are animals
Lurking beneath overhanging foliage, archerfish have one thing on their mind: taking a well-aimed pot-shot at the next insect that settles within range. Squirting a ballistic jet of water, these tenacious assassins precisely target their victims, rea.....»»
Inspired by insects, engineers create spiky materials that could pop bacteria
Researchers have created intricately patterned materials that mimic antimicrobial, adhesive and drag reducing properties found in natural surfaces......»»
Genomic effects of inbreeding on Scandinavian wolves
For many years, researchers at Uppsala University have been exploring the genetic origins of the Scandinavian gray wolf population, which was founded by only three immigrating wolves. In their new study the scientists show that, after five generation.....»»
Chimpanzees apply insects to wounds, a potential case of medication use?
A research team from Osnabrück University and the Ozouga Chimpanzee Project has, for the first time, observed chimpanzees applying insects to their own wounds and the wounds of conspecifics. The new findings have been published under the title "Appl.....»»
Rune Factory 5 is an imperfect, but charming farming RPG
I played two hours of Rune Factory 5 and it's already looking good for the Harvest Moon spinoff, even if its a little awkward......»»
What Is the Shape of This Word?
What shape do you see when you hear “bouba”? What about “kiki”? It turns out that nonsense words that evoke certain shapes have something to say about the origins of... -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Farming Simulator 19 PS4 Mods – The Best FS19 PS4 Mods To Download In February 2022
What are the best Farming Simulator 19 PS4 mods? How do you install them? Check out the best FS19 PS4 mods in our list here! The post Farming Simulator 19 PS4 Mods – The Best FS19 PS4 Mods To Download In February 2022 appeared first on PlayStat.....»»